Name: Castle Hotel
Address: Castle Green, England, United Kingdom, Somerset, GB
Price range: US$192–US$263 per night
Rating: 8.35

What guests think

At Castle Hotel, travelers highlight the central Taunton location and historic character, while feedback on rooms is mixed—many find them spacious and comfortable, but others note dated decor, limited amenities, and inconsistent temperature or intrusive noise.

Breakfast is frequently praised for range and quality, though meals in the brasserie and overall dining choice draw mixed comments. Most guests describe service as friendly and helpful, with a few noting lapses such as slow responses or a less welcoming reception. Parking is on-site and convenient but typically paid, and several reviews mention many steps and no lift. Expect a characterful, central stay with strengths at breakfast and variable room quality.

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Facilities

On-site facilities are traditional, with a bar or brasserie and lounge areas; parking is convenient but typically paid (NCP-managed). Several guests note many steps and no lift, which may affect accessibility.

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10

Ian

9 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, great location. Nice bar area. Very relaxing. Great service.

8

Kevin

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stopped overnight during a trip to Somerset It was fine for one night - but a lot of steps and no lift.

10

Ann

13 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We did not like the parking arrangements. Car park now operated by NCP. Also very noisy Wednesday night due to a bar operating until 1.30 in the morning.

6

David

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is past it's best, tired and shabby. The dining options are v limited only a brasserie / bar. Service is underwhelming, staff have generally low levels of enthusiasm and not v welcoming. Parking is expensive. We had asked for a menu before coming to the property and got no response. We were not informed we had breakfast included. This was an anniversary event and was far below expectations for the price paid. Would not come here again

10

david

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All delightful especially now the car parking has been sorted

10

April

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is near to everything and really nice restaurants and pubs. Easy parking. Nice check in staff. Room was clean and spacious. Lovely hotel full of character.

6

Fiona

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large traditional hotel. Room was spacious but cold, bathroom was even colder. Food in Brazz was very average in a huge soulless room.

10

Anthony

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

A classic older hotel. Very comfortable with separate reading snd lounge areas. Rooms sre good size and restful de ore. Ipdated bathroom.

10

Shirley

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

For a hotel in he middle of Taunton it was excellent, had to pay to park the car though, but parking very convenient. Staff were helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay.

8

Sarah

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely comfortable hotel with parking right in town centre. All hotels now charge for their parking so I expected this. Staff were very friendly and yet professional. Room very comfortable and breakfast was excellent.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is generally praised, with many noting very clean rooms and public areas; a few mention musty odours or maintenance wear in older sections.

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10

Glenda

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved my stay here. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. There were plenty of breakfast options and everything I tasted was delicious. I would definitely stay here again.

10

Rosalind

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Needed to stay in Taunton and this was a great option. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The breakfast had a good selection of hot and cold food. Would stay here again!

10

janette

7 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and well equipped apart from plug points Most of the plugs were round pin and not compatible with modern plugs Updating to include PowerPoints near the bedside tables would be ideal Lovely breakfast with excellent Eggs Royald

10

April

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is near to everything and really nice restaurants and pubs. Easy parking. Nice check in staff. Room was clean and spacious. Lovely hotel full of character.

6

Aimee

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The most stunning exterior, and there were lots of nice staff, who did try earnestly to help when I shared my concerns. The hotel was clean and our room was a really good size. The website shows beautifully decorated luxurious looking rooms, however the hallways and our room clearly have not been touched (since the 80s I’d think) and there is bit of a musty smell - which you’d forgive in the original part of the castle. With a revamp it would be amazing, but sadly they are oh so tired - it must be so tough in today’s economy. Perhaps a didfernent price point for revamped rooms might help? Awful and painful grip tape inside the bath was the worst thing (a less than relaxing soak in the morning). Overall it is just not as advertised on the website and the prices felt high considering this. Very poor quality breakfasts, especially the sausages and eggs royal. Don’t bother with the travel cot, it’s hard as nails. Rather a strongly worded welcome to Somerset in the guest handbook was definitely worth a read though! Didn’t want to take pictures to be honest.

10

Greg

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed here while excessively jet lagged and booked the Mendip suite for extra comfort. The hotel was very comfortable and very well appointed. The staff were friendly and courteous, the bathroom spacious and clean, and the breakfast was superb (especially nice to see Black Pudding on the menu!). Would very much recommend for anyone looking to spend a night or two in the charming town of Taunton. For anyone looking for a decent pub nearby, the Ring of Bells was excellent.

8

Stuart

19 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An atmospheric hotel, well managed and maintained. Excellent breakfast buffet

10

Paul

3 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

friendly and efficient staff, very clean

10

Dilshini

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The vegan breakfast options were extensive, the staff were so helpful and kind to us. The room was super clean and the building itself felt magical. We ended up walking around the area and finding nice shops and cafe's as well as the market on Saturday.

10

Rita

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An excellent stay to attend a family celebration. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very comfortable and clean. Hope to return sometime.

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with good beds, but quality varies: several feel dated or shabby, some lack air conditioning or fridges, and a few report temperature issues, small beds, or significant noise from nearby nightlife.

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Jason

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was very underwhelmed for the money it cost. No fridge or aircon, bottle of water that was left us was in direct sunlight so too warm to drink. Honestly, it was disappointing and I have stayed in better value hotels

10

April

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is near to everything and really nice restaurants and pubs. Easy parking. Nice check in staff. Room was clean and spacious. Lovely hotel full of character.

6

Aimee

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The most stunning exterior, and there were lots of nice staff, who did try earnestly to help when I shared my concerns. The hotel was clean and our room was a really good size. The website shows beautifully decorated luxurious looking rooms, however the hallways and our room clearly have not been touched (since the 80s I’d think) and there is bit of a musty smell - which you’d forgive in the original part of the castle. With a revamp it would be amazing, but sadly they are oh so tired - it must be so tough in today’s economy. Perhaps a didfernent price point for revamped rooms might help? Awful and painful grip tape inside the bath was the worst thing (a less than relaxing soak in the morning). Overall it is just not as advertised on the website and the prices felt high considering this. Very poor quality breakfasts, especially the sausages and eggs royal. Don’t bother with the travel cot, it’s hard as nails. Rather a strongly worded welcome to Somerset in the guest handbook was definitely worth a read though! Didn’t want to take pictures to be honest.

2

Anna-Louise

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

On arrival our room was not made up with 2 beds so we had to wait an extra half an hour for it to be done (we arrived at 6pm). My mother is 79 years of age and was tired. Neither of us slept through the night either as there was no air conditioning and had to leave the window open. The bar next door was loud all night. Worst night’s stay ever and the hotel is not cheap. The hotel needs a serious upgrade. The staff were nice though so I don’t blame them!

6

Fiona

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large traditional hotel. Room was spacious but cold, bathroom was even colder. Food in Brazz was very average in a huge soulless room.

10

cynthia

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

everything was beautifully presented and comfortable. A couple of tiny irritations such as the inability to control the temperature in the room.

10

Anthony

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

A classic older hotel. Very comfortable with separate reading snd lounge areas. Rooms sre good size and restful de ore. Ipdated bathroom.

6

Jennifer

20 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book with caution! Be aware that there is a nightclub called mamba next to the hotel. Wednesday and Thursday they are open till 2 AM Friday and Saturday till 3:30 AM. We stayed at the hotel mid May Saturday night and the music was extremely loud. It was a heavy techno beat that literally shook the room. We tried to sleep with earplugs, but to no avail. I gave the hotel overall three stars, but that might be generous.

8

Lois

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic building! Perfect location. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Just some rooms are in need of a little TLC so it depends which of the rooms you stay in. The room we stayed in just needed updating but the bed was so comfortable and a very good night sleep was had!!

4

Michael

18 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

So we booked a double room - we were given a room with the smallest double bed I have ever seen and with one chair. I asked to change. They offered a larger room which must have last been decorated circa 1990. They couldn’t do any better because we’d booked through Expedia they said. What??? Why does a hotel with empty rooms give you a bad room? To punish you for not booking with them? It was v poor service, whatever the reason . . .

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, with some standout assistance, though a minority report lapses such as slow or unwelcoming check in or out, poor communication, or night staff issues.

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10

Martin

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very good accommodation with very accommodating staff, i would love to stay again in the future.

10

Nicola

10 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had such a wonderful stay at the castle hotel. The only feedback was the receptionist on check out wasn’t as friendly as the lady that had checked us in. She appeared to be confused with the communication around breakfast timings. Over all it was a wonderful stay, in the perfect location and it’s such a beautiful hotel

6

David

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is past it's best, tired and shabby. The dining options are v limited only a brasserie / bar. Service is underwhelming, staff have generally low levels of enthusiasm and not v welcoming. Parking is expensive. We had asked for a menu before coming to the property and got no response. We were not informed we had breakfast included. This was an anniversary event and was far below expectations for the price paid. Would not come here again

10

Mary

9 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a most enjoyable stay. The friendliness of the staff was exceptional. They went to a lot of trouble to find us an alternative place for dinner as they were fully booked. Also they checked our trains to make sure they were still running without being asked. This was beyond expectations. The breakfast was great. Plenty of choice and a relaxed atmosphere.

2

Anna-Louise

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

On arrival our room was not made up with 2 beds so we had to wait an extra half an hour for it to be done (we arrived at 6pm). My mother is 79 years of age and was tired. Neither of us slept through the night either as there was no air conditioning and had to leave the window open. The bar next door was loud all night. Worst night’s stay ever and the hotel is not cheap. The hotel needs a serious upgrade. The staff were nice though so I don’t blame them!

8

Lawrence

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely looking building, easy parking however wasn't greeted on arrival and had to ask someone to help carry my bags to the room, overall though an enjoyable stay.

4

Richard

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was smelling the freshest, the night staff were rude and lazy leaving residents waiting out in the cold trying to get in and there was a fun fair 2 metres from the hotel with loud music and megaphone. Overall very over priced for such a dilapidated and aged building that is in dire need of updating.

10

Shirley

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

For a hotel in he middle of Taunton it was excellent, had to pay to park the car though, but parking very convenient. Staff were helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay.

10

Mr T

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, central location, lovely restaurant... And a castle!

10

Rita

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An excellent stay to attend a family celebration. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very comfortable and clean. Hope to return sometime.

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Location

Central and walkable for shops, restaurants and pubs, making it easy to get around Taunton. However, the immediate area can be off putting at times, and nearby bars, a nightclub or events have caused late night noise in some rooms.

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10

Soyoo

11 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel, cosy, kind staff, good location

10

Anthony

7 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,332 nights

A superb place to stay.it’s in the heart of Taunton a stone’s throw from all your needs.

10

Ann

13 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We did not like the parking arrangements. Car park now operated by NCP. Also very noisy Wednesday night due to a bar operating until 1.30 in the morning.

10

April

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is near to everything and really nice restaurants and pubs. Easy parking. Nice check in staff. Room was clean and spacious. Lovely hotel full of character.

8

Ashley

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was nice, but the location was shocking. Upon arrival at 4pm on Wednesday, we were greeted with a group of topless guys all drinking in groups at the entrance of the car park. This only got worse later in the day when the group got bigger. Lots of anti social behaviour including someone being chased with a knife outside just past midnight resulting in a police attendance and chase. All in all would not stay in Taunton again.

8

Simon

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice comfortable hotel in the best location

4

Richard

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was smelling the freshest, the night staff were rude and lazy leaving residents waiting out in the cold trying to get in and there was a fun fair 2 metres from the hotel with loud music and megaphone. Overall very over priced for such a dilapidated and aged building that is in dire need of updating.

6

Jennifer

20 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book with caution! Be aware that there is a nightclub called mamba next to the hotel. Wednesday and Thursday they are open till 2 AM Friday and Saturday till 3:30 AM. We stayed at the hotel mid May Saturday night and the music was extremely loud. It was a heavy techno beat that literally shook the room. We tried to sleep with earplugs, but to no avail. I gave the hotel overall three stars, but that might be generous.

10

Gry Rugholm

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic hotel in the centrum of Taunton.

10

Dilshini

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The vegan breakfast options were extensive, the staff were so helpful and kind to us. The room was super clean and the building itself felt magical. We ended up walking around the area and finding nice shops and cafe's as well as the market on Saturday.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently highlighted for quality and variety, with vegan options noted. Beyond breakfast, on site dining feels limited and the brasserie or bar receives mixed feedback, with some finding meals average.

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Glenda

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved my stay here. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. There were plenty of breakfast options and everything I tasted was delicious. I would definitely stay here again.

10

Rosalind

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Needed to stay in Taunton and this was a great option. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The breakfast had a good selection of hot and cold food. Would stay here again!

6

David

15 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is past it's best, tired and shabby. The dining options are v limited only a brasserie / bar. Service is underwhelming, staff have generally low levels of enthusiasm and not v welcoming. Parking is expensive. We had asked for a menu before coming to the property and got no response. We were not informed we had breakfast included. This was an anniversary event and was far below expectations for the price paid. Would not come here again

10

Mary

9 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a most enjoyable stay. The friendliness of the staff was exceptional. They went to a lot of trouble to find us an alternative place for dinner as they were fully booked. Also they checked our trains to make sure they were still running without being asked. This was beyond expectations. The breakfast was great. Plenty of choice and a relaxed atmosphere.

6

Fiona

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large traditional hotel. Room was spacious but cold, bathroom was even colder. Food in Brazz was very average in a huge soulless room.

10

Greg

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed here while excessively jet lagged and booked the Mendip suite for extra comfort. The hotel was very comfortable and very well appointed. The staff were friendly and courteous, the bathroom spacious and clean, and the breakfast was superb (especially nice to see Black Pudding on the menu!). Would very much recommend for anyone looking to spend a night or two in the charming town of Taunton. For anyone looking for a decent pub nearby, the Ring of Bells was excellent.

8

Sarah

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely comfortable hotel with parking right in town centre. All hotels now charge for their parking so I expected this. Staff were very friendly and yet professional. Room very comfortable and breakfast was excellent.

8

Stuart

19 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An atmospheric hotel, well managed and maintained. Excellent breakfast buffet

10

Dilshini

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The vegan breakfast options were extensive, the staff were so helpful and kind to us. The room was super clean and the building itself felt magical. We ended up walking around the area and finding nice shops and cafe's as well as the market on Saturday.

10

Kevin

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was perfect …

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Month	Average price
January	US$191
February	US$191
March	US$188
April	US$211
May	US$201
June	US$196
July	US$192
August	US$207
September	US$232
October	US$209
November	US$209
December	US$212

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4 $203	5 $218
6 $209	7 $201	8 $230	9 $223	10 $216	11 $201	12
13 $203	14 $210	15 $208	16 $214	17 $263	18 $204	19 $215
20 $209	21 $215	22 $205	23 $215	24 $209	25 $234	26 $247
27 $204	28 $205	29 $198	30 $203

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $197	2 $206	3 $215
4 $206	5 $193	6 $209	7 $204	8 $215	9 $217	10 $213
11 $204	12 $203	13 $203	14 $192	15 $203	16 $209	17 $227
18 $219	19 $203	20 $204	21 $203	22 $227	23 $232	24 $203
25 $204	26 $208	27 $220	28 $221	29 $210	30 $215	31 $216

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